Commuters faced unexpected delays on Route 3 in Weymouth early this morning after a dump truck rolled over, spilling its heavy load of gravel across the northbound lanes. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation confirmed the incident, which occurred near mile marker 36.0, leading to the closure of the right lane.

As drivers navigated the morning rush, they were met with slowed traffic weaving through the remnants of the crash. With the help of emergency crews, efforts to clear the gravel commenced, though it was expected to impact the flow of vehicles well into the daylight hours. According to a post from MassDOT, "Dump truck rollover crash with gravel spill in #Weymouth on US-3-NB at MM-36.0. The Right lane is CLOSED. Expect delays."

The exact cause of the rollover remains under investigation, and there have been no immediate reports of injuries. With traffic backing up for miles, the accident serves as yet another reminder of the unpredictability of road travel and the potential for disruptions that come with it.

Cleanup crews, working hard with shovels and machinery, are making progress in removing the spillover of rock and dirt, restoring order to the artery that so many depend on for their daily commutes. As the hours tick by, the authorities urge motorists to seek alternate routes or exercise patience if travel through the affected area is unavoidable. Commuters caught in the standstill expressed frustration, yet relief that no one was harmed in the mishap.